2026 World Technology Law Conference

May 13 - May 15, 2026

Join us for the 2026 World Technology Law Conference on May 13-15, 2026, at The Ritz-Carlton Chicago.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and help define the future of technology law.

Join us in Chicago!

The Ritz-Carlton Chicago at Water Tower Place

The ITechLaw 2026 World Technology Law Conference will deliver practical insights into the legal challenges shaping today’s digital economy. From AI and data protection to global regulation and emerging tech, this is where technology law leaders come together to connect, exchange ideas, and help define the future of technology law.


The conference will include forward-looking discussions on the legal,

regulatory, and business challenges created by rapid technological innovation. Through expert panels, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities, attendees gain insights and that they can apply immediately in their practices and organizations.

 

Connect with a truly global community of technology law professionals at this year’s conference in Chicago where you will meet and network with leading practitioners, in-house counsel, and policymakers shaping the future of technology law.

Elizabeth Babcock

President & CEO, Adler Planetarium

Keynote Presentation on Thursday, May 14 in the Ballroom at 4:00pm CT

Roohi Dalal

Deputy Director of Public Policy, American Astronomical Society

Keynote Presentation on Thursday, May 14 in the Ballroom at 4:00pm CT

Rick Woldenberg

CEO, Learning Resources, Inc.

Fireside Chat on Friday, May 15 in the Ballroom at 10:15am CT

Networking Opportunities

Welcome Reception

The Cafe @ The Ritz-Carlton

Wednesday, May 13 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

160 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL 60611

Gala Reception & Dinner

Adler Planetarium

Thursday, May 14 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

1300 S DuSable Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605

Closing Reception

Three Dots and a Dash

Friday, May 15 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

435 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654


Interested in hosting or joining a dine-around? Contact us at conferences@itechlaw.org!

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